#107 - Rick & Joni Paynter - The Kentucky Shop

The Necessary Entrepreneur welcomes Rick & Joni Paynter, the dynamic duo behind The Kentucky Shop. With a passion for showcasing the rich culture and craftsmanship of Kentucky, they’ve created a unique retail experience that celebrates local artisans and products. Rick and Joni are not just business partners; they’re a husband-and-wife team dedicated to supporting their community and fostering connections through their carefully curated offerings with a commitment to quality and authenticity.

During the conversation, Rick & Joni talk about working festivals and fairs while launching The Kentucky Shop, being responsible for employees as entrepreneurs, the importance of a good support system, and direct-to-garment screen printing. Stick around as Rick talks about doing comedy on TikTok as The Kentucky Dad.

Find out more about The Kentucky Shop: https://thekyshop.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ShopLocalKy https://www.instagram.com/shoplocalky/ https://www.tiktok.com/@shoplocalky https://www.youtube.com/@shoplocalky Find out more about Rick & Joni Paynter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickpaynter/ https://www.instagram.com/thekydad/ https://www.facebook.com/RickPaynter2 https://www.instagram.com/jonipaynter https://www.facebook.com/jonipaynter Connect With Us: Website: https://www.thenecessaryentrepreneur.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenecessaryentrepreneur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenecessaryentrepreneur/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheNecessaryEntrepreneurPod X (Formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/MPerkinsTNE LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tnepod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tneclips